Nambatac’s late heroics lift TNT past Converge in Ilocos showdown
![Rey Nambatac explodes in the clutch to carry TNT Tropang 5G past Converge in Vigan. [PBA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/PBA-IMAGES1323-400x200.jpg)
Rey Nambatac broke loose in the final minutes to lead TNT Tropang 5G past Converge, 110-103, in a PBA Philippine Cup thriller in Vigan.
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Girlstart named first US winner of F1 Allwyn Global Community Award, receives €100,000 grant
Girlstart, an Austin-based nonprofit inspiring girls in STEM, has become the first US recipient of the F1 Allwyn Global Community Award, earning a €100,000 donation to expand its programs.
BRAVE CF 99 weigh-in results set the stage for historic night in Lithuania
BRAVE Combat Federation revealed the official weigh-in results for BRAVE CF 99, headlined by a heavyweight world title clash between Pavel Dailidko and Gregory Robinet in Vilnius, Lithuania.
Rondina and Pons fall short in Volleyball World Beach Pro Tour thriller
Sisi Rondina and Bernadeth Pons nearly pulled off a Cinderella run on home soil but fell in a heartbreaking three-setter to Switzerland in the Volleyball World Beach Volley Pro Tour Challenge round of 24.
Meralco roars back in second half to crush Ginebra
![Chris Newsome leads Meralco’s comeback with a strong all-around game. [PBA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/PBA-IMAGES1217-400x200.jpg)
Meralco rallied from a 12-point halftime deficit behind Chris Newsome, CJ Cansino and Bong Quinto to overpower Barangay Ginebra, 89-75, in the PBA Philippine Cup.
Suwannarut surges with eagle finish to lead Macao Open
![A new swing, new shafts, and a new putter—Sarit Suwannarut looks locked in heading into the final round. [Asian Tour photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/unnamed176-400x200.jpg)
Thailand’s Sarit Suwannarut stormed into the lead at the SJM Macao Open with a sizzling 63, highlighted by a 20-foot eagle on the 18th, as he chases his third Asian Tour title.
Barroca delivers vintage spark as Magnolia stays unbeaten
![Mark Barroca takes charge in the fourth to lead Magnolia past Titan Ultra. [PBA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/PBA-IMAGES534-400x200.jpg)
Mark Barroca and Ian Sangalang powered a decisive fourth-quarter run as Magnolia pulled away to defeat Titan Ultra, 127-119, for a 2-0 start in the PBA Philippine Cup.
PBA 50th season opens with grand celebration honoring fans and legends
The Philippine Basketball Association opened its 50th season with a weekend packed with fan activities, tributes to legends, major awards, and a Manila Clasico rivalry clash.
PLDT stays perfect with dominant sweep of Choco Mucho in PVL Reinforced Conference
![Savi Davison powers through the Choco Mucho defense during her 19-point performance. [PVL Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/PVL-RC-2025-PLDT-vs.-Choco-Mucho-Savi-Davison-2835-400x200.jpg)
PLDT turned back a fiery second-set challenge from Choco Mucho, using its trademark defense and composure to seal a 25-21, 25-20, 25-19 win in the PVL Reinforced Conference at Araneta Coliseum.
Gary Payton slams four-point line experiments
NBA legend Gary Payton visited Manila for a Daily Fantasy basketball panel, where he spoke out against the four-point line and reflected on iconic moments from his career, including a rookie-year encounter with Michael Jordan.